Best OBD Scanners in Australia under $1000

Looking for the best OBDII Scanner in Australia under $1000?

The tools recommended in this article are designed to give you the most bang for your buck. Not only because they tend to offer better OBD2 scanning for cars compared to cheaper models. But also because they offer better diagnostics, actuation, adaptation as well as advanced bi-directional coding and programming on majority of models.

Most of features and functions you'd normally get in more expensive tools that have larger tablet size, built-in automotive oscilloscope kits and comes with OBD1 adapter kits. In addition to other advanced Pass-thru features that if you do not really need then our list below should do 99% of the work you'd require. 

Before we go into details, watch this short video explainer comparing 3 of our best selling scan tools and how to compare main functions and features.

 

 

Best OBD Diagnostic Scan Tools Under $1000

Vident iAuto730AU OBD Scanner

1- Vident iAuto730AU Diagnostic OBD Scan Tool

Vident iAuto730 AU is a powerful OBD1/OBD2 scan tool that allows you to perform in-depth diagnostics, actuation, adaptation and programming on over 70 car brands. Diagnose trouble codes from all systems and access the most required service reset, active tests and advanced ECU coding and programming functions. Also features a 4.3" LCD colour screen and ruggdised design to stand workshop environment. 

Main Features

Professional OBD Scanner for OBD1 & OBD2 Cars
Covers Over 70+ Brands Including Holden & AU Ford
All System OBD Scanning for Cars Up to 1-3 Years Old
All Service Reset Functions: Oil, EPB, DPF, SAS, TBA, BMS & More
Bi-Directional: Injectors Coding, Key Programming, Gear Relearn, BCM ECU Linking, Brake Bleed & More
3 Years Free Software Updates
Display: 4.3” TFT LCD, 480*272 Pixels

 

Autel MX808 OBD Diagnostic Scan Tool

2- Autel MX808 Diagnostic OBD Scan Tool

This Autel MaxiCheck MX808 is a full system OBD2 diagnostic scanner that can quickly test every system module status and faster diagnosis and maintenance via reading/clearing codes and viewing live data, and only costs you a few minutes to finish full scanning. It helps detect the engine ignition, fuel injection, air, and fuel ratio, and exhaust emission conditions in the Engine system to enhance vehicle performance, save energy, and reduce exhaust emission. Also able to perform injector coding and injector relearn values. 

Main Features

Professional OBD Scanner for OBD2 Cars
Covers Over 70+ Brands Including Holden & AU Ford
All System OBD Scanning for Cars Up to most recent models
All Service Reset Functions: Oil, EPB, DPF, SAS, TBA, BMS & More
Bi-Directional: Injectors Coding, Key Programming, Gear Relearn, Brake Bleed & More
1 Yr Free Software Updates
Display: 7” Android™ 4.4.4 with Cortex-A9 processor(1.5 GHz)

3- iCarsoft CR Max Diagnostic OBD Scan Tool

iCarsoft CR MAX is a powerful vehicle OBD2 diagnostic tool covering over 40 brands. Developed by ICARSOFT Technology INC. with 7.0" LCD capacitive touchscreen with 1024x600 quality. Helps to quickly read and clear diagnostic trouble codes from all available systems on most vehicle brands. Also able to perform a number of service reset, actuation and bi-directional functions.

Main Features

Professional OBD Scanner for OBD2 Australian Cars
Covers Over 40+ Brands Including Holden & AU Ford
All System OBD Scanning for Cars Up to 3 Years Old
All Service Reset Functions: Oil, EPB, DPF, SAS, TBA, BMS & More
Bi-Directional: Injectors Coding, Gear Relearn, Brake Bleed & More
Free Software Updates
Display: 7” Android 8.1.0 with 4NUCLEAR 1.3 GHZ Processor